Gallery: What kids are looking for when going back to school

Noah Migotti & TJ McWilliam, Swerve08.15.2014

D'OH!Whether you’re taking some serious notes or just doodling in class, do it in a notebook from the Moleskine Simpsons Limited Edition Collection. Released in celebration of the show’s 25th anniversary, the collection offers four different covers featuring Homer and Bart. And, just like when you were a kid, the notebook comes with stickers. $24 at Chapters, Chinook Centre, and select Chapters locations in Calgary, 403-212-0090, or online at chapters.indigo.ca.Courtesy Moleskine
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KICKIN' IT OLD SKOOLThe Vans Old Skool is one of the most iconic skate shoes around. First released in 1977 these kicks are a favourite not only of skateboarders but also punkers, rappers and members of other urban tribes. They also happen to be the first leather shoes Vans ever produced. $80 at Gravity Pope, 524 17th Ave. S.W., Calgary, 403-209-0961, gravitypope.com.Courtesy Vans
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DREAMS DO COME TRUESure, a lawsuit a few years ago debunked the idea that Nutella, the delicious concoction of sugar, hazelnuts and palm oil, is part of a healthy breakfast. We’d argue it’s better than no breakfast at all. And now it comes in a convenient mini size—with breadsticks. Stash one in your backpack for emergencies. Nutella & Go, $3.55 at Rustic Sourdough Bakery, 1305 17th Ave. S.W., 403-245-2616, rusticsourdoughbakery.com.Courtesy Ferrero
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UNDERSTUDY'S GOT YOUR BACKBackpacks are ideal for hauling around school supplies, but they also need to make a statement. Herschel bags blew up last year. If you’ve got one, cool, but if you’re looking for a new bag, this minimalist Sandqvist bag is perfect. Sandqvist is a Swedish company that originally operated out of founder Anton Sandqvist’s basement after he quit his cushy office job. Not bad for someone who’s just faking it. $225 at Understudy Shop, 1312 1st St. S.W., 403-452-7151, understudyshop.com.Courtesy Sandqvist
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COSY CARGOS
The Cebu Army green jogger/ninja pants by Community are the perfect thing to throw on before or after pulling an all-nighter. $75 from Aritzia, TD Square, 403-441-0234, and three other Calgary locations, aritzia.com.Courtesy Community
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THE DRIPIf your morning ritual includes coffee, why not stand out by drinking yours from an artsy cup? Starbucks has again teamed up with an independent designer. This time it’s Scott Sternberg, of Band of Outsiders, a fashion house out of Los Angeles with a simple yet edgy esthetic. We think he’s nailed it with these limited edition double wall ceramic “drip” travel mugs. $15 at Starbucks everywhere.Courtesy Starbucks
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FASHIONABLY LATEStussy teamed up with Casio’s G Shock for this killer square-faced watch designed for their NTRNTNL Soccer collection. Made in Japan with black tribal designs on the band and an all-white face that really stands out on your wrist, the watch is shock- and water-resistant and has a stopwatch, alarm and calendar. $250 US, online at stussy.com.Courtesy Stussy
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BEST VESTAfter a rough start it’s been a beautiful summer, making it hard to think about the impending fall and winter. But it will get cold. Be prepared with this Wings + Horns quilted vest. It’s perfect for layering with a longer T-shirt or hoodie. It’s made with PrimaLoft, a synthetic alternative to down, so it will keep you warm when the cold snap arrives on a school day. $275 at Brooklyn Clothing Co., 201-1211 Kensington Rd. N.W., 403-283-4006, brooklynclothing.comCourtesy Wings + Horns
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It’s sad but inevitable: school is right around the corner. But adding to your undoubtedly vast store of knowledge shouldn’t be cause for despair. For one thing, it’s a chance to do a little back-to-school shopping. These items will keep you moving through whatever season at the top of your class.

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